The 2021 film Death of a Telemarketer is a dark comedy-thriller written and directed by Khaled Ridgeway. The story follows Kasey (played by Lamorne Morris), a smooth-talking telemarketer in a high-stakes sales competition. Desperate to win a massive commission to pay off a debt, Kasey stays late and calls a number from the "Do Not Call" list, only to find himself held hostage over the phone by a vengeful man named Asa (Jackie Earle Haley).
The film centers on the ethics of the telemarketing industry. Kasey's desperation leads him to cross a line, calling a man who is far from the "easy mark" he expected. Asa, armed with a "particular set of skills," forces Kasey into a twisted game of survival where he must answer for his predatory sales tactics. subtitle Death.of.a.Telemarketer.2022.HDRip.Xvi...
: Some reviewers, such as Leslie Felperin from The Guardian, found the film more insightful than it initially appears, noting its willingness to explore dark paths. The 2021 film Death of a Telemarketer is
: Other critics, like Josh Kupecki from the Austin Chronicle, felt the film struggled with its unrepentant main character, making it difficult to find a sense of redemption. The film centers on the ethics of the telemarketing industry
: Played by Jackie Earle Haley , bringing his signature intensity to the role of the antagonist.